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IMPORTANT NEXT STEP : Manitoba ecstatic over approval of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine

Manitoba puts out call for groups to provide Focused Immunization Teams

COVID-19 vaccine now available to general public in Manitoba

  WINNIPEG Manitobans born on or before Dec. 31, 1926 are now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccination. Dr. Joss Reimer, the medical lead of the Vaccine Implementation Task Force, said Wednesday she is very excited to announce the news. The Vaccination Implementation Task Force is sticking with its plan to start with the oldest people first. First Nations people born on or before Dec. 31, 1946, are also now eligible to book appointments. The number to call is 1-844-626-8222. To book an appointment you will need your Manitoba Health card number. A family member or caregiver will also be able to book on behalf of someone else and one support worker will be allowed to attend the appointment.

Doctors Manitoba welcomes approval of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine

  WINNIPEG The organization representing doctors in Manitoba is welcoming the news of the approval of the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine. In a statement, Doctors Manitoba said the news of the approval means Manitobans may soon be able to receive a COVID-19 vaccine from their family doctor. “This approval means Manitobans are one step closer to getting the vaccine from their doctor, a trusted medical professional who knows their health situation best,” said Dr. Cory Baillie, president of Doctors Manitoba, in a statement. “Hundreds of doctors are registered to offer the vaccine. We are ready.” The Manitoba government has opened applications for pharmacies and medical clinics in the province to be able to administer the COVID-19 vaccine. According to Manitoba’s vaccination update on Feb. 19, more than 460 pharmacies and clinics have applied to administer a vaccine as soon as a suitable candidate becomes available.

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